What do the colors of your kitchen say about your home?
Our friends at Kraftmaid® have released a new technology available only through independent dealers like Cabinet Store Inc., called ColorMatch™. With ColorMatch™ you can get your cabinets in any Behr, Benjamin Moore, Sherwin-Williams, or Valspar color!
With an entire spectrum of colors and finishes at your disposal, sometimes it can be difficult to decide which color scheme suits your kitchen best. Should you go with something neutral and timeless? Perhaps you like things to be a bit more rustic and contemporary? Or maybe you want to make your kitchen stand out with something bold and bright! Whatever works best for your home, here are a few popular ideas to bring your kitchen remodel to a whole new level!
1. BLACK
Black is taking on a much more common role in kitchen design these days, with countless cabinet finishes and countertop materials becoming available in a myriad of black options. Though it can be a little tricky to pull off, when done well, a black palette can give your kitchen a very modern and sophisticated feel.
Black is complimentary to industrial and modern designs, and serves to make all your accents stand out in a bold way. Silver or chrome hardware and appliances will sparkle like diamonds amongst black cabinetry. Any pop of color in furniture or décor will seem richer and more vibrant. A black kitchen makes a statement. A black kitchen is not going to be ignored!
Contrary to the opinion that black is a color of sadness, it actually makes a room feel cozy and tight. If you're aiming to give your large kitchen a more close and comfortable vibe, black can bring everything together. Black is bold and versatile, and we love how trendy it has gotten!
2. WHITE
Everyone loves white!
And it's no surprise: white matches anything and everything (even black)! White is available in warm tones, cool tones, and neutral. In glossy finishes or suede. It catches every color and reflects back more light than any other shade. In short, white can look good in any room.
Unlike its opposite, white will make a kitchen look larger and feel more spacious. If you have a particularly small area to work with, white cabinetry can bring a little breathing room into your kitchen. White is fresh. White is clean. White is classic. You can't go wrong with white.
3. RED
In the animal kingdom red means passion. Red means exhilaration. Red means appetite.
In your kitchen, that's exactly what red can do for you. A red kitchen is one where everyone is always ready to eat. A red kitchen is one where families come together and share laughter and fun. A red kitchen is an energetic kitchen and a meeting place for lively conversation.
Red is another versatile color, available in a range of different shades. A vivid red can brighten up a smaller space, while a richer, more natural red can soften a dark room without being overwhelming. Whatever shade you like, the personality of a red kitchen is unmistakable!
4. GREEN
Green is the color of life and vitality, and those are the qualities it can bring to your kitchen! What ambience a few living plants strewn discreetly around the house can bring to your home, green cabinetry can bring to your cooking and dining areas.
Be careful to match countertops and accents with your shades of green. Since green comes in warmer and cooler tones, it is important to note whether your complements tend to be more on the yellow side or blue side of the spectrum. A color wheel and a designer with a keen eye can help you match your green kitchen and accessories perfectly.
Green comes in a plethora of shades, from rich emerald to smooth mint. And if that statement alone doesn't make you salivate, a full immersion in the green kitchen of your dreams surely will. Green feels fresh and natural, bright and joyful. A green kitchen is a kitchen full of life and vigor!
5. CREAM/BEIGE
Cream-colored kitchens offer the same timelessness of a white kitchen, but with a softer, warmer undertone. While a white kitchen feels bright and open, a cream kitchen feels more subtle and intimate.
Cream is an excellent color for transition, giving your kitchen a measured symbiosis with adjacent rooms. Nearly all natural hues in your wood floors and accents will match cream in a kitchen. Paired with natural granite countertops, you can really transform your living space into a cozy respite from the harshness of day-to-day life.
A cream kitchen is peaceful, warm, and truly the heart of your home.
"The kitchen is the heart of every home."
